Allowing physicians to choose a cardiac stress imaging modality for patients with lower-risk chest pain can save more than $300 compared to mandating a cardiac magnetic resonance test, according to a ...

A study conducted at NYU Langone Medical Center finds that unnecessary radiation in cardiac stress tests costs $500 million a year and causes nearly 500 cases of cancer. Greater use of ultrasound or ...

The latest cholesterol guidelines include three new screening tests: coronary artery calcium, lipoprotein (a), and apolipoprotein B.

The change in Medicare reimbursement rates for noninvasive cardiac tests (NCTs) that provide higher payments for hospital-based outpatient (HBO) locations than for provider-based office (PBO) settings ...

Q: What are some common cardiac tests, and what can they tell my doctor about my heart? A: Echocardiograms, EKGs and cardiac stress tests are among the most commonly ordered tests to detect problems ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Using a novel saliva-based rapid cardiac troponin I test to diagnose MI was feasible, according to the results ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . All cardiologists who care for young patients should have understanding of sports cardiology. Pediatric sports ...

It’s important to get timely care when you need to see a heart specialist. University of Utah Health’s care team model means you’ll see the right specialist tailored to your individual needs and ...

When your cardiologist orders a test, do you stop to ask why you need it? You probably don't -- but perhaps you should, according to a new report from the American Heart Association (AHA). Too many ...